Grief and Loss Counseling in Fort Thomas, KY.

Grief and depression are not the same thing, and it is important to understand the distinction between them. The overwhelming feeling of sadness associated with grief is a normal and important part of regaining balance after a loss. Depression more permanent and is experienced over an extended amount of time.

As Americans we are not comfortable with grief and as a result, many times our friends and family would like us to hurry up and get over the various losses of life. A loss can, of course, be the death of a loved one, but it could also be losing a pet, life-long dreams, a lifestyle, a job, and pretty much anything involved in some kind of life change. As your counselor, I will walk with you through some of your pain and work to help you find the comfort that brings healing.

Grief is our whole body's response to loss. Our body responds emotionally, spiritually, and mentally to all our losses. Dealing with grief is a "required course" in our lives. If we do not deal directly and meaningfully with our grief, then our lives are going to be diminished significantly. It is not true that "time heals all wounds". However, it is true that time--WITH DETERMINED FOCUS--heals most wounds. Don't wait for time to just "pass by" and end up even further behind. Call--let's do the grief work that honors those we have lost AND makes space for a future that has a smile.

Grief and loss are universal experiences; but when your heart is broken, friends and family may not know what to say. Each of us grieves in our unique way.... and a psychologist knows how to listen so you feel understood. Your numbness, anger, or overwhelming sadness are validated. You feel safe and supported in your own healing process..

Loss and grieving is confusing, personal, sometimes traumatic and always painful. I get it. I've been there. I will make sure you will have the following before we finish 1) How to deal with your painful emotions in a healthy and beneficial manner. 2)How to deal with your thoughts of loss and feelings of pain when you would prefer they come back later (youre in the middle of work) 3) Practical ways of implementing personalized lessons and "take-outs" from the loss and its process, including greater clarity on future decisions to be made. 4) To turn the mourning process into an empowering and even positive experience for yourself and those around you. YOU WILL BE SURPRISED WITH THE RESULTS!